Study of Four Heads 1770

"Study of Four Heads" is an etching by Jean Jacques de Boissieu, created in 1770. The work is a study of four individual heads, presented in an arrangement of two rows, and captures the detailed features of each subject. The artist, known for his expressive portraits, uses delicate lines to convey the unique characteristics of each person, revealing the individuality of each face. This study reflects the artist's fascination with human physiognomy, and his ability to capture likeness through careful observation. This etching is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York.